Planning

Navigational Telex (NAVTEX) and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 2028

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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Planning

08 May 2025 at 11:05

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has announced a planned procurement process for the provision of Navigational Telex (NAVTEX) and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) services, including the NAVTEX Cloud Monitoring Service. The procurement, valued at £2,000,000 net, is categorised under information technology services and will take place in the UK, specifically supporting the agency’s obligations under International Maritime Organization Resolution. This process is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 31 March 2027. The contract period is proposed to start on 1 April 2028 and end on 31 March 2033. The procurement is linked to central government requirements and falls under the services category, with suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on IT services, particularly those with expertise in maritime communication technologies. Companies specialising in digital communication systems, such as those used in Global Maritime Distress & Safety Systems, will find this contract highly relevant. With ample time before the start date, businesses have the chance to plan and tailor their offering to meet the needs of a central government buyer like the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. SMEs are encouraged to consider this opportunity to secure a long-term contract with a high-profile central public authority, potentially enhancing their growth and reputation in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Navigational Telex (NAVTEX) and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 2028

Notice Description

For the supply of NAVTEX and Digital Selective Calling services including the NAVTEX Cloud Monitoring Service to Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).Digital Selective Calling is a component of the Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS) and the MCA is obliged to operate this service under International Maritime Organization Resolution.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050ea1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019676-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Mar 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY
Contact Name
Richard Skeats
Contact Email
contracts@mcga.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO15 1EG
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Further Information

Notice Documents

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